When one thinks of the realm of designer handbags, the house of Dior certainly springs to mind. Since its inception nearly a century ago by founder Christian Dior, the French house has long been at the forefront of luxury fashion, having amassed an impressive portfolio of It bags. These bags symbolise more than mere status as they inject a sense of sophistication and appreciation for fine leather goods.
The spring/summer 2024 season saw creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri redefine the Dior woman through a curation of reimagined house classics that injected vibrancy into timeless wardrobe staples. Outerwear was given a modern update, with its structured silhouette exaggerated further by svelte waistlines to provide the wearer with a trigonal shape. Also imbued through the collection were celestial imagery and embroidery on many of the dresses, their softness juxtaposed by chunky and utilitarian combat boots. In typical Chiuri fashion, the topic of femininity and female empowerment was omnipresent, with the set design for the show being a bold graphic installation that saw feminist slogans such as ‘Your body is poetic/Your body is political’ plastered across the screens.
On the accessories front, it seems the idea of rejuvenation has trickled over to the bags. This season saw the return of many favourites, albeit offered in new materials and textures. The emblematic Toujours bags were offered in a shimmery quilted finish, while the spirited Book Tote saw a recurring floral motif that was also noticeable on several of the pleated skirts.
There were also new additions to the family, led by the Lady D-Sire bag. Deemed the updated and contemporary version of the iconic Lady Dior, its squarish shape and macro Cannage detailing are reminiscent of its predecessor. Also designed as a top handle, the compact nature of the body makes it easy to carry.
Offered in two stunning variations—crinkled calfskin or grained Taurillon leather—it is supple to the touch, its sleek and elegant silhouette adding a level of refinement to any ensemble. Each component of the Lady D-Sire is constructed from scratch, meticulously hand-stitched and put together by master artisans at the atelier. Playful block letter charms, similar to those seen on the Lady Dior, spell the name of the house in shimmering gold. And finally, the distinguishing factor of the Lady D-Sire bag is perhaps in its wearability, boasting foldable handles and an additional adjustable shoulder strap providing the wearer with a myriad ways to carry it.
The bag is available in black, dark brandy and powder beige, and in four different sizes. For those looking at an elegant date night accessory, the smallest size is portable while still being able to house all of one’s essentials. The large iteration, meanwhile, is perfect for seamlessly transitioning from day to night. There is no occasion unfit for the Lady D-Sire bag, a timeless investment that will continue to serve its purpose and hold its own for generations to come.
The Lady D-Sire bag is available to shop on Dior’s official website here.
The April ‘Ingénues’ issue of Vogue Singapore is available for sale online and in-store from April 2024.
